Description
In 2016, we celebrate the ninth animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac. The birth dates for people ruled by the Chinese Lunar monkey include 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004 and 2016. Those born under the influence of this sign are said to be intelligent, quick-witted, optimistic, ambitious, and adventurous.
Specimen Quality 999.9% Pure Gold
The coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 999.9% pure gold in specimen quality
Lunar Monkey Design
The obverse carries the right side profile of Queen Elizabeth II encircled by inscriptions. Along the coin’s rim reads the legal tender, country of origin “AUSTRALIA”, Her Majesty’s name, “Elizabeth II”, and the weight and purity “1 oz 9999 Gold”.
The reverse of each coin depicts an adult monkey sitting on a branch of a peach tree, which is symbolic of longevity and immortality. The Chinese character for ‘monkey’ and the inscription ‘Year of the Monkey’ also appear in the design with The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.
Australian Legal Tender
The coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.